Ben Wilder

Unnecessary Covers: Beyonce Does Dolly

I have 3 cover songs to reference in today’s post. The first one is Beyonce singing Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” which is getting mixed reviews from real people (vs. the famous folks just kissing up to Beyonce and Dolly). I’m glad she kept the melody, I’ll start with that. Changing the melody of a song, evenContinue reading “Unnecessary Covers: Beyonce Does Dolly”

American Idol in Hollywood – Recap Part 1

The first episode in Hollywood has come and gone. It aired on Easter Sunday and while the tomb of Jesus may be empty, this episode was full…….. of entertainment. There were highs, there were lows, there were moments of cringe, and moments of holding back tears. I’ve solidified my top 4 favorites and if youContinue reading “American Idol in Hollywood – Recap Part 1”

Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?

As millions of people all over the world celebrate Easter, a particular song has popped up in my own little world this weekend. I’ve already heard it twice in two days at my church’s Good Friday service and a rendition by Skye Peterson during a concert Saturday evening (Holy Saturday), the amazing Andrew Peterson andContinue reading “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”

The GEICO Gecko Is Left-Handed!?

It’s been revealed in a recent GEICO commercial that the gecko is left-handed. I’m not sure a good way to test this is by noting which hand he grabs a mic with (which is mentioned in the commercial). I’m left-handed but I hold a mic in my right hand. For a more accurate ruling, theContinue reading “The GEICO Gecko Is Left-Handed!?”

The Voice of the Hank the Buffalo in Buffalo Wild Wings Commercials

I have a tense relationship with Buffalo Wild Wings. Actually I have a tense relationship with buffalo, too, if I’m being honest. When I lived in Tennessee I had the most uncomfortable date at Buffalo Wild Wings. And that’s saying a lot because I’ve been on a dinner date with a woman and her newborn.Continue reading “The Voice of the Hank the Buffalo in Buffalo Wild Wings Commercials”